Integrated Program for Reducing Emissions from Deforestation and forest Degradation(REDD+) in Haut-Uele Provin

General

Structuring / creation and strengthening of multi-stakeholder and multi-sectoral consultation structures on sustainable development, Capacity building of the technical services (land planning, land used, agriculture, and environment) at provincial, territorial and local levels, Support for the formulation of inclusive land planning scheme and land used plan, Support for clarification and registration of collective / individual land rights of local communities in REDD+, Transparent implementation of REDD + interventions, Dissemination of economically viable agricultural models with low impact on the forest, Integration of sustainable practices in the exploitation of timber (timber and fuelwood) and non-timber forest resources, Support for Alternative Livelihoods to communities (Indigenous Peoples, Women, and Youth), Improving the prevalence of modern contraceptive methods in target areas, Support for better understanding of demographic dynamics

Objectives

Stabilize deforestation and forest degradation and sustainably improve the incomes of local communities (including women, youth and indigenous peoples) in areas of strong REDD stakes in the provinces of Haut-Uele